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From the time I first posted to this site 6 years ago you've been very clear that the information posted is public and that we should be aware of that. I used my real name in my story but that was my choice. I figured it would help people realize that this is just part of life and if I've helped a few people over the years it was worth it.

As you say David it was your choice to use your name, but for many people there are some risks in doing that. Workplaces are sometimes very hard on people they see as being a potential problem for example. So we are always happy to post stories with pseudonymns as well as those where full names are used.

Thank you for maintaining your updates which are so important especially for newly diagnosed men - and congratulation on your Silver status

I have been a Yana Mentor since 2011 and using my name has not been an issue. (Knock on wood) The information provided in the forum and survivor stories has been invaluable to me and to others. Yes there are unscrupulous characters trolling the internet. I have never been worried that someone might find out that I had prostate cancer and somehow use that against me. I suppose they could but I would rather share my experience and knowledge to help others than to keep it hidden out of fear. Of course using an alias makes good sense on the internet these days but if someone wants to find out who you are then there is not much you can do to stop them. Anyone that would exploit those suffering from cancer have no class or dignity. Some lines you just do not cross.

Terry,
I am new to this site and I see that I put my full name in a post yesterday.
Can I change this so as not to see my full name in the post? Any help you
or anyone else can provide will be greatly appreciated.